K imberly S. Ahlstrom

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PSI • King, NC • 2007 – 2010

Editor Assistant/Copy Writer

Researched and wrote articles for PSI’s (Pet Sitters International) leading magazine,

Pet Sitter’s WORLD, educating more than 8,500 professional pet sitters on animal

health, pet products, consumer t rends and business strategies for global pet-sitting

organization.

Increased organization’s electronic newsletter open rate by 42% by contributing

compelling stories on the importance of canine socialization, green pet-care practices

and fish tank maintenance.

Promoted, supported and educated professional pet sitters on organization’s Web site

leading to thousands of new memberships.

Isla Veterinary Clinic • M aina, Guam • 2003 – 2006

Veterinary Assistant/X-Ray Tech

Assisted veterinarian in surgery, X-ray and dental procedures in busy veterinary hospital.

Performed pre-operative and post-operative care.

Collected blood and stool samples, prepped animals for surgery, administered

vaccinations, sterilized surgical instruments and maintained operating room.

Advised and consulted with clients on vaccination protocol, spay/neuter benefits and

overall health care practices for their pets.

Freelance Writer • Guam/Marianas Islands • 2003 - 2006

Wrote compelling and newsworthy stories and contributed monthly to a wide variety of

magazines, tabloids and newspapers:

Marine Drive Magazine

Guahan Magazine

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Real Women Magazine

Marianas Variety

Waterville Clinic • Waterville, MN • 1998 – 2003

Office Manager

Provided both administrative and accounting support to doctor and nursing staff of fast-

paced medical clinic providing care to thousands of patients.

Worked with patients and their insurance providers in obtaining referrals and optimum

care. Proofread doctor dictation and t ranscription for errors and maintained patient

records.

Handled clinic bookkeeping, accounts payable and medical billing for busy clinic. Added

new patients to database on a daily basis, filed records and maintained office

operations.

Carefree Cats Veterinary Hospital • Colorado Springs, CO • 1993-1997

Lead Veterinary Assistant/Office Manager

Assisted veterinarian in surgery, X-ray and dental procedures in high profile veterinary

hospital.

Independently prepped animals for surgery, administered vaccinations, sterilized

surgical instruments and maintained operating room.

Advised and consulted with clients on vaccination protocol, spay/neuter benefits and

overall health care practices for their pets.

US Air Force • Worldwide • 1989 - 1992

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Imagery Production Specialist – Active Duty

Developed and processed aerial reconnaissance long roll film for military intelligence unit in

support of Desert Storm and Desert Shield.

Demonstrated effectiveness in problem evaluation coupled with the ability to generate and

implement solutions during recon operations.

Improved unit functions and ensured productivity and quality.

Awards

Air Force Training Ribbon

National Defense Service Medal

Air Force Overseas Long Tour Ribbon

Air Force Outstanding Unit Award

References and published clips available upon request.

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